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Ground Venison Green Enchilada Casserole


  • Author: emily
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A hearty ground venison green enchilada casserole layered with seasoned meat, gooey cheese, and flavorful enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound ground venison
  • 1 can green chile enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups quesadilla cheese
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cook the ground venison and onions over medium heat until the meat is browned and the onions are translucent. Add cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread a thin layer of green chile enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  4. Layer 4 corn tortillas over the sauce.
  5. Top with half of the venison mixture, followed by half of the black beans, corn, and quesadilla cheese.
  6. Repeat layers of tortillas, venison, beans, corn, and cheese.
  7. Finish with a final layer of tortillas and the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese on top.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

Notes

Let the casserole sit for a few minutes after removing from the oven for easier serving.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: venison, enchiladas, casserole, Mexican, comfort food